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Fiat Punto
The Punto is a compact car manufactured by the Italian automaker Fiat from 1993 to the present. It was launched as a replacement for the Fiat Uno. In 1995, the Punto was named as the “European Car of the Year.”
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What does the abs light on the dashboard mean on a fiat punto?
in my fiat punto (51 plate) i had the abs light on constantly. This could simply be down to having a dirt covered ABS sensor or the ABS sensor just being damaged. I paid about £30 for an aftermarket ABS sensor. its a simple fix and shouldn't be too costly.
Why would a 1997 Fiat Punto keep overheating?
The first thing you should do is check for an airlock in the cooling system, this is easy to do and costs you nothing, a severe airlock can stop the temperature sensor from allowing the cooling fan to kick in when its needed. I have found most puntos airlock in and around the heater matrix, one tell tale sign is if the engine is overheating and you switch the interior heater on the air blows luke warm for a few seconds then blows cold. Most people including alot of garages would then tell you the head gasket has gone and and charge a fortune to replace it.
The procedure:
Make sure the engine is cold or the car has been standing for at least 3/4 of an hour.
Follow the top hose from the radiator back towards the bulkhead, you will see two 25mm dia rubber pipes going into the bulkhead these are the hoses for the heater, Just before they go into the bulkhead there is one bleed screw on each hose. Undo both screws, you maybe able to do this by hand otherwise use a flat screwdriver.
Remove the filler cap from water tank on the side of the radiator. Does water trickle from the bleed holes?
If not replace the filler cap and start the engine allow to warm up this may take a few minutes. do you see any water coming from the bleed holes, if you see no water when the temperature gauge is just above half way or if steam is coming from the holes, you have a sever airlock.
Switch off the engine. and allow to cool.
Remove the filler cap from the water tank and fill to top using either a hose or watering can. Start the engine again with the filler cap off the water should be sucked from the filler tank around the system forcing the airlock out of the bleed screw holes. Top up The filler tank as this happens. Once you see water squirting (not trickling) from both bleed holes. Stop the engine and replace on bleed screw. Restart the engine allow water to kepp coming out of the second bleed screw until the water in the filler tank is at the normal level.
Stop the engine and replace the other bleed screw. Replace the cap on the filler tank.
Start engine and allow to warm up if the problem was an airlock the temperature will rise slowly and the fan will kick in when required. Turn the heater on when the car is at normal running temperature the air should now be constantly warm.
Hopefully that's the problem cured and you still have £350 in your pocket rather than the garage till.
This is my experience only, don't attempt any of the above if you are a complete numpty, I wouldn't want to see anyone get hurt. Regards Average Joe.
Answerchake the termostat, and fuses before. Answercheck cooling fan fuse,relay,thermostat,supply voltage to fan motor,leaks,bleed cooling system,could possibly be caused by brakes sticking,head gasket e.t.c Answercould well be the head gasket, I just had to change mine on the same year punto, its a common problem with them New Answer HeadlineSounds like the head gaskets gone, as said above very common problem with these cars. check your spark plugs for water around the bottom which is common when the head gaskett goes. try putting water into the heater sysetm, this will eliminate air pockets. does it mis-fire when you open the throttle? this can be due to the head gaskett letting in water to the piston chambers.What are the head bolt torque settings of Fiat Uno Diesel 1.7?
Engine code 146B2.000 Stage 1 50 Nm Stage 2 100 Nm stage 3 plus 90 degrees Stage 4 plus 90 degrees
What does the amber bulb warning light mean on a fiat grande punto?
An amber bulb warning light in a Fiat indicates that a lightbulb check needs to be conducted. In this situation, checking the headlights, tail lights, and license plate lights would be advisable.
What is fiat punto head bolt tightening sequence and torque?
It is important to know the head bolt tightening sequence and the torque of a vehicle. For the Fiat Punto it is 20nm, 30nm, 90 degree turn, 90 degree turn, then in order 8,6,2,5,10,7,3,1,4,9.
What causes really h eavy steering on a fiat punto?
If the car is being driven with the "city" setting selected and suddenly the steering goes heavy and a steering wheel symbol appears in the instrument cluster then the electric power steering has failed. If you stop and the ignition is switched off and then back on again the steering should recover until the next failure which may be minutes, hours or days apart. The best solution is to deselect "city" driving and drive on normal setting which may never fail but if it does then the answer is to get a new steering column with integrated power steering fitted but it is costly £700 to £800.
What oil to put in a fiat punto 1.2 2002?
Apparently you need 10w/40 semi synthetic oil. 15w /40 is even better tho!
Where is the bonnet release on a fiat punto P reg and the red handed as fell off?
its a wire cord with a metal ball on the end, its located above the foot pedals under the steering wheel. the red handle should have a hole throught it with a slot, just place the wire and ball through the hole and down the slot to keep it inplace.
If the level is slack, then the bonnet release cable has snapped.
You'll have to jack the car up, and access / pull the cable from underneath.
I jacked up the car, placed it on a stand on the passenger side, and reached up underneath.
I've videoed it - quick to do once you see it.
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What music does Giovanni allevi play on the advert for Fiat Punto my life?
Secret Love - Piano by Giovanni Allevi
Have you looked for the fuel cut off switch? Its usually a red or black rubber coated switch by the left side of the passenger seat. It is a large switch about an 1"square with a rubber coating, round recess on top. Press the recess on top and you should hear a click if it has tripped. Now car should start. Hope this helps
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For what model years was the Fiat Punto produced?
The car Fiat Punto started being manufactured in 1993 and is still being manufactured at present date. It comes in many styles ranging from 2 to 5 doors.
Where is the fuel pump relay on 1982 fiat spider?
Hi. It can be in various places but I have had 2 cars in and both had the relay under the glove box area. I have repaired many of these cars. What is the problem exactly
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Fiat punto electric power steering pump where is it located?
it is on the steering column below the steering wheel
Where is the fuel pump relay fuse on fiat punto 2004?
under passenger side glove compartment. It is a dual combo relay.
Hi have the same issue sometimes, im looking to see if VAG-K-CAN interfaces will do the trick
How do you fix a seatbelt on a 1998 Fiat Punto that is stuck and will not move?
The seat belt on my R reg got stuck and all I did was push a stick down the front of the belt in to the hole and jig it about until it released it self. It took me 10 minites of messing around. Also apart from removing the iner fasiawhich kooks like a big job I would stick to the latter. P S if any boddey buysmy car then they will inherate a expensive paint brush that i lost down the hole trying to get it to recall the belt.
Where is the washer motor in a Fiat Punto?
its underneath the offside wing. you need to remove the wheel and wing liner to gain access
What does a steering wheel warning light on a 2002 vectra mean?
1. Low steering fluid level.
2. Incorrect software version in steering ECU.
3. Failed steering ECU.
Some Early Vectras (of the Vectra "C" model) had a fluid level switch in the fluid bottle.
This switch is well known for giving false "low fluid" warning messages, and was deleted from later cars.
There is a software update available from Vauxhall dealers, that deletes the "low fluid level" function.
If the software update does not fix the problem, and the fluid level is correct, a new steering pump/ECU/fluid reservoir assembly will be needed. (or just ignore the massage)
Location of spark plugs Fiat punto?
You will have to remove the air filter casing to get at them they are At the end of the HT leads from the coil
Where do you put oil in fiat punto 1993?
On the top of the engine (just left of centre) is a little black flap marked olio you need to pull that open.
Where is the steering fuse located on a fiat punto 2002?
I do not know of any vehicle that uses a "steering fuse". I believe someone is pulling your leg.
How do you replace the alternator on a 1995 Fiat Punto 1.7L diesel?
remove plastic wheel arch liner remove power steering pump you can leave pipes on .then remove p.a.s pump bracket may have to remove water pump pullly and remove alt from top
